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KV08 EWB

2008 Mercedes-benz Ml

Blue Diesel 2987cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires8 Jun 2027
Tests15 (14 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.3%

Mileage

189,394 mi
Last recorded189,394 miles
Recorded on9 Jun 2026
Typical for 2008 Mercedes-benz Ml86,046 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKV08 EWB
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelMl
Year2008
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,987cc

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MOT History

14 pass 1 fail
Pass 9 Jun 2026 189,394 miles

Central Front Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge on limit (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Rear Outer Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Outer Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge on limit (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 4 Jun 2025 180,311 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin both sides (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Outer Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (i))

Offside Front Power steering pipe/hose has slight seepage (2.1.5 (a))

advise all brake disc are rusted and pitted

brake pad warning light on to indicator brake pads wearing low

parking brake has just meet the minimum requirements of 16% and would indicator the parking brake requires attention or adjustment

Fail 3 Apr 2025 180,302 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Nearside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Brake Pad Wear Lamp On

Front Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Mil Lamp On

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective Faded (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Outer Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (i))

Offside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective Faded (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Power steering pipe/hose has slight seepage (2.1.5 (a))

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 24 May 2022 172,358 miles
Pass 25 May 2021 170,157 miles

Nearside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Offside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Pass 19 Jun 2020 162,683 miles

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged Outer sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 12 Apr 2019 156,570 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

diesel fuel dripping from under tray, possible leak

Pass 11 May 2018 154,539 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Pass 3 May 2017 151,349 miles

Engine covers fitted

Under trays fitted

Pass 19 Apr 2016 135,054 miles

Engine cover fitted

Under tray fitted

Pass 5 May 2015 112,802 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 7 May 2014 90,603 miles
Pass 3 May 2013 66,072 miles

Nail in offside rear tyre

Pass 10 May 2012 51,541 miles
Pass 10 Mar 2011 34,383 miles

How Reliable is the Mercedes-benz Ml?

Based on 1,172,506 MOT tests across 81,226 vehicles.

74.7%
Pass Rate
6,943
Miles/Year
28
Year Lifespan
81,226
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Track rod end ball joint has excessive play 27,881
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 27,032
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 22,074
Brake pipe excessively corroded 21,608
Registration plate lamp not working 19,483
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KV08 EWB is a 2008 Mercedes-benz Ml in Blue with a 2,987cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.3%.

Across all 2008 Mercedes-benz Ml models, the average MOT pass rate is 78.4% with a typical mileage of 86,046 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Mercedes-benz Ml fails its MOT is track rod end ball joint has excessive play, accounting for 27,881 recorded failures. If you're considering buying KV08 EWB, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Mercedes-benz Ml typically stays on UK roads for around 28 years. At 18 years old, this Mercedes-benz Ml is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was KV08 EWB registered?

KV08 EWB is a 2008 Mercedes-benz Ml, first registered on 3 March 2008.

Is KV08 EWB safe to buy?

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